NUR 376 Pathophysiology Modules 1, 2, 3 (Exam 1 Review) questions and answers graded A+

NUR 376 Pathophysiology Modules 1, 2, 3 (Exam 1 Review) questions and answers graded A+ Distinguish between the 2 phases of acute inflammatory response Vascular phase: momentary vascular constriction followed by along period of vascular permeability. Cellular phase: attraction and rush of WBCs to the area of injury. Define the following: - vascular permeability - exudate - abscess - transudate - effusion Vascular permeability: blood vessels dilate and become more permeable to allow platelets and WBCs to the area of injury. Exudate: a fluid rich in protein from WBCs, microbes, and cellular debris. Abscess: a localized, walled-off collection of purulent exudate (pus) within tissue. Transudate: fluid that contains little protein and is mainly a watery filtrate. Effusion: any accumulation of fluid in a body cavit